Funding now available to support coordinated biosecurity action

Published on 02 January 2026

Gympie Regional Council is inviting landholders to apply for the Micro Biosecurity Projects Grants, which support collaborative efforts to manage invasive weeds and pest animals across the Gympie Region.

Up to $2,500 is available per landholder, as part of a syndicate (two or more people), or for a not-for-profit community organisation, to support a range of coordinated biosecurity activities.

These include pest animal trapping, invasive weed control, invasive species monitoring and the development of management plans, as well as biocontrol release and monitoring projects.

Gympie Regional Council Mayor, Glen Hartwig said invasive species such as wild dogs, foxes, feral pigs, rabbits and priority weeds had placed significant pressure on primary producers, impacted agricultural productivity and threatened the natural environment across the region.

“These species cause stock losses, damage crops and pasture, and degrade waterways and bushland, with impacts that often extend well beyond individual property boundaries,” Cr Hartwig said.

“That’s why working with your neighbours is so important. By applying for this grant, landholders can access practical support and equipment to take coordinated action across multiple properties.

“If you’re experiencing these issues on your property, I encourage you to have a chat with your neighbours and consider putting in an application.”

Applications close on Tuesday, 30 June 2026, or earlier if funds are fully allocated.

To find out more and to apply for the Micro Biosecurity Projects Grants, visit https://www.gympie.qld.gov.au/pest-animals